Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » Austin » Austin A 40

Austin A 40 Mk II

General information

ModelAustin A 40 Mk II
Year1961
Rating43.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Displacement948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power37.00 PS (27 kW or 36 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque68.00 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke645.8 x 76.2 mm (25.4 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0487 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3330 litres (880 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight760 kg (1,675.5 pounds)
Overall length3670 mm (144.5 inches)
Overall width1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2220 mm (87.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Light a Candle